We've gathered the top vantage points every stage of the Santos Tour Down Under. Whether you want to witness an iconic climb up Willunga Hill or Corkscrew Road, or settle in for multiple laps in a circuit town like Stirling or Willunga, we've got your viewing sorted.
Ziptrak® Women's Stage 1: Willunga to Willunga
Corner of Main Road and Aldinga Road in Willunga: Prime viewing spot. The peloton will pass here six times before the stage finishes just up the road on High Street.
Main Road, McLaren Vale: Enjoy the famous cellar doors, cafés, and restaurants right alongside the route, where the race will pass by four times for maximum action.
Snapper Point – Esplanade, Aldinga Beach: See the peloton race along the iconic beachfront. This is where both Ziptrak® Sprint #1 and #2 will take place, and the race passes here three times for ultimate coastal action.
Health Partners Women's Stage 2: Magill to Paracombe
Magill Road, Magill: Be part of TDU history! This is the first-ever stage start in Magill, featuring easy access to cafés and shops. Come here first before venturing to your next vantage point in the Adelaide Hills.
Norton Summit Road: This challenging 10km climb offers spectators good vantage points and spectacular views back over the entire city as the peloton begins its push into the Adelaide Hills.
Main Street, Lobethal: Grab a bite at the cafés, restaurants, bakery, or pubs, then watch the peloton fly through for the Ziptrak® Sprint #1. The race passes this main street two times!
Paracombe Road (near Paracombe Recreational Grounds): The peloton will pass through this circuit four times before the stage finishes right here on the summit climb.
Hyundai Women's Stage 3: Norwood to Campbelltown
Maryvale Road at Foxfield Oval, Athelstone: Start & finish line for the Women's Stage 3! The race concludes here shortly after the difficult dual ascent of Corkscrew Road, with the Ziptrak® Sprint #3 taking place right on the finish circuit.
Corkscrew Road, Montacute: This iconic climb will feature an unprecedented dual ascent, meaning the race will pass here two times for double the action.
Gorge Road, Paracombe (at Kangaroo Creek Reservoir Lookout): Enjoy spectacular scenery and views as the race passes here two times — once on a tough ascent, and again on a thrilling descent.
Men's Stage 1: Tanunda to Tanunda
Murray Street, Tanunda: The race will start and finish here, plus pass here x3 times. Enjoy the race action surrounded by Barossa cafés and pubs.
Mengler’s Hill Lookout (Menglers Hill Road, Bethany): Enjoy incredible views over the Barossa as the Men's Stage 1 peloton powers past this iconic location three times.
Mengler’s Hill Road, Angaston: The King of the Mountain battle is set! The race will pass this challenging climb three times, with all three efex KOM points being fought for right here.
Murray Street, Angaston: Enjoy the local cafés, restaurants, bakery, and pubs while the Men's Stage 1 peloton speeds through for the Ziptrak Sprints. The race passes this main street three times.
Health Partners Men's Stage 2: Norwood to Uraidla
Norton Summit Road: This challenging 10km climb offers spectators good vantage points and spectacular views back over the entire city as the peloton begins its push into the Adelaide Hills.
Greenhill Road, Uraidla: Claim your spot in this iconic finish town! With cafés, pubs, and the bakery right on the route, you can watch the peloton pass two times before the Men's Stage 2 concludes right here with the dramatic finish.
Main Street, Lobethal: Grab a bite at the local cafés, restaurants, bakery, or pubs, then watch the peloton fly through for the Ziptrak® Sprint #1. The race passes this main street two times.
Corkscrew Road, Montacute: The dual ascent of this iconic climb will be the ultimate test on the road to the decisive Uraidla finish. See the action two times.
Ziptrak® Men's Stage 3: Henley Beach to Nairne
Seaview Road, Henley Beach: Don't miss this historic moment! The race will start here for the first time in TDU history, offering a spectacular beachside atmosphere with plenty of cafés, restaurants, and pubs right on the Esplanade.
Wickham Hill Road, McLaren Flat (near Toops Hill Road): The Men's Stage 4 climbing battle begins here! This is the location for the first efex KOM of the day, setting the tone for the day.
Corner of Bartley Street and Old Princes Highway, Nairne: The peloton will pass this intersection x2 times and will finish up the road on Old Princes Highway.
THINK! Road Safety Men's Stage 4: Brighton to Willunga Hill
Old Willunga Hill Road, Willunga: Riders are set to tackle the iconic Willunga Hill an unprecedented three times, making this the most decisive day for the Ochre Jersey.
Corner of Main Road and Aldinga Road, Willunga:! The peloton will pass this intersection five times. Enjoy the local cafés, restaurants, and the Bush Inn on High Street, where you can watch the riders climb toward the finish line three times (x3)!
Corner of Kangarilla Road and Main Road, McLaren Vale: A high-action spot near the heart of the wine region! The race will pass here three times, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the nearby cellar doors, cafés, and restaurants.
Corner of Main Road and McMurtrie Road, McLaren Vale: The peloton will pass this busy intersection an incredible five times — making it one of the best spots to catch the race multiple times!
Snapper Point – Esplanade, Aldinga Beach: See the peloton race along the iconic beachfront. This is where both Ziptrak® Sprint #1 and #2 will take place.
efex Men's Stage 5: Stirling to Stirling
Old Mount Barker Road, Stirling: The final men’s stage will start and finish right here, plus the peloton will pass through the town centre x7 times.
Longwood Road, Heathfield: Get ready for massive viewing action! Both Ziptrak® Sprint #1 and #2 will take place right here, with the women's peloton tearing past an astonishing eight times on the challenging circuit!
Strathalbyn Road / Old Mount Barker Road, Aldgate: Set up camp for the day! This central intersection gives you access to cafés, pubs, and retail shops, while the peloton speeds past an incredible eight times on the circuit route!
